2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 627 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | GMC | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Sierra | Agera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |
